J.E. CALDWELL 1910 Large Decorative art nouveau Tray In .925 Sterling Silver
Large art-nouveau serving tray designed by J.E. Caldwell & Co.
This is a magnificent large serving tray created in America by the silversmiths and jewelers based in Philadelphia of J.E. Caldwell & Co., back in the 1910. The fabulous tray has been masterfully hand crafted in solid sterling silver of .925/.999 with polished finish. Decorated in the Edwardian and art-nouveau style with intricate repousse patterns of American flowers. The reticulate work and the chiseled parts are stupendous, present beautiful with no dents, damages and is unmonogrammed.
J.E. Caldwell & Co.
The company of J.E. Caldwell & Co. was a landmark jeweler in Philadelphia, highly respected for its exquisite jewelry and silverware. But, like many jewelers, it was in creating jewels during the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods that this jeweler would make its lasting mark. Upon his death in 1881, Caldwell's son, James Albert, took over the reins. In turn, his son, James Emmott, his grandfather's namesake, succeeded him. The firm changed hands many times. In 1924, J.E. Caldwell moved into the majestic space at 1339 Chestnut Street. The store itself was a work of art, boasting 17 French-cut crystal chandeliers suspended from 20-foot ceilings and an interior designed by architect Horace Trumbauer in the French Regency style. The elaborate setting dovetailed perfectly with the tastes of the jeweler's wealthy clientele. Philadelphia's socialites with a yen for European-style jewelry were the desired audience.
Country: Philadelphia, United States.
Period: Edwardian, art-nouveau 1900-1910.
Weight: 1,026.80 Grams, (658.25 Dwt).
Measurements: 425.5 mm by 349.25 mm by 104.15 mm (16.75 x 13.75 x 4.10 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark lettering monogram, the mark for the assay and warranty of the .925/.999 silver, the inventory and model numbers, the retailer's name and signed in full as follows; "J. E. CALDWELL & CO. .925 STERLING 1000 PHILADELPHIA 1678 17IN".
Condition: The overall condition of this J.E. Caldwell & Co. large serving tray is excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage to the silver. This tray has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D011920ACEN/30.44
